Lagos State Government has dissociated itself from the rumoured Oro Festival scheduled for August 1 to 15.
The festival, which is observed by traditional worshippers, has raised concerns among Lagos residents as it coincides with the #EndBadGovernance protest against President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
An X account named Lagospedia announced the dates for the festival on Wednesday, saying: “Public Announcement: Attention Residents and Visitors of Lagos.
“Please be informed that the Oro Festival will be observed in various communities across Lagos from 1st of August to August 15.
“This traditional Yoruba cultural event involves significant rituals. Retweet for awareness.”
Speaking with PUNCH on Thursday, Gboyega Akosile, the special adviser to the governor on media and publicity, said the government has nothing to do with the festival, noting that it is a ritual for traditional worshippers.
“Oro Festival is like Muslim and Christian activities and has no business with Lagos State government interference. We don’t have a hand in how any religious group goes about their lawful activities,” he said.
Akosile noted that protesters have their rights just like the traditional worshippers have the right to worship.
The nationwide protests aim to draw attention to the worsening conditions faced by citizens, including hunger and hardship.
